Infrastructure - New Energy Events

OpenAI signs letter of intent for data center in Patagonia, led by Sur Energy
October 24, 2025
OpenAI has signed a letter of intent to participate in the Stargate Argentina AI data centre project in Patagonia, a joint venture with Sur Energy announced by President Javier Milei’s government with a projected investment of US$25 billion. OpenAI will not contribute funds upfront and will act as the main buyer of computing capacity only […]
Atlas Renewable plans to develop three data centers at Brazil’s Port of Açu industrial complex
October 9, 2025
Atlas Renewable, Latin America’s largest privately owned renewable energy producer, is exploring plans to build at least three data centers at the Port of Açu industrial complex in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. The projects have been submitted to the Ministry of Mines and Energy for grid connection approval through its subsidiary, Atlas Comercializadora de Energia. […]
Japan’s NEC shifts focus to Latin America’s data center and corporate network markets amid telecom revenue decline
October 9, 2025
Japan’s NEC is redirecting its strategy toward Latin America, focusing on data centers and corporate networking as its traditional telecommunications revenues decline. The company is in talks to build private networks for industrial and agricultural clients in the region, leveraging its technological expertise to tap into digital infrastructure demand. Source: BNAmericas
Buenos Aires to install 400 electric vehicle charging stations over the next two years
October 9, 2025
The Buenos Aires City Government has announced plans to install 400 electric vehicle charging stations over the next two years as part of its Electromovilidad Porteña program. The initiative will deploy 200 chargers in public areas and 200 in private spaces with public access, in partnership with private companies that will handle costs and maintenance. […]
Guyana launches nationwide digital transformation to modernize government services by 2026
October 9, 2025
Guyana is launching a nationwide digitization program to modernize government services, with most processes expected to go fully digital by mid-2026. Led by the National Data Management Authority, the initiative will integrate AI, digital infrastructure, and cross-agency systems to improve efficiency and transparency. President Irfaan Ali said the effort will streamline access to key services—from […]
Eletrobras partners with Google Cloud and C3 AI to boost grid intelligence and AI weather forecasting
September 25, 2025
Eletrobras, Latin America’s largest power company, recently announced new tech partnerships, including a project with Google Cloud to apply AI weather forecasting to its power plants and transmission assets. Using Google DeepMind’s WeatherNext model, the tool integrates satellite, radar, and station data to better predict climate events and guide operations, The solution was developed in […]
Winners of the 3rd Annual CARIF Industry Awards Announced, Celebrating Excellence in Caribbean Infrastructure
September 17, 2025
Miami, Florida – September 17, 2025 – New Energy Events, organizers of the Caribbean Infrastructure Forum (CARIF), proudly announces the winners of the 3rd Annual CARIF Industry Awards. Designed to spotlight the transactions, projects, and leaders setting benchmarks for the region, the Awards recognize the most innovative approaches to financing and project development, as well […]
Winners of the 2nd Annual CARIF Industry Awards Announced
September 27, 2024
Miami, Florida – September 24, 2024 – New Energy Events, organizers of the Caribbean Infrastructure Forum (CARIF), proudly announces the winners of the 2nd Annual CARIF Industry Awards, recognizing excellence in leadership, innovation, and the advancement of resilient infrastructure across the Caribbean. The prestigious awards were presented during a ceremony at the 8th Annual CARIF, […]
Caribbean launches SIDS 2.0 initiative to transform small island developing states into digital states
July 19, 2024
The Caribbean is launching the SIDS 2.0 initiative to transform Small Island Developing States (SIDS) into Small Island Digital States. This project aims to accelerate digital integration and innovation by creating a collaborative framework. The initiative includes self-assessments, action plans, and prioritizing interventions. Source: UNDP